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2019 NHL Draft: New York Rangers Select Leevi Aaltonen 130th Overall

The New York Rangers continued their 2019 Draft by selecting Leevi Aaltonen with the 130th overall selection. Aaltonen appeared in 29 games with the KalPa U20 team in the Jr. A SM-Liiga where he registered 36 points in 29 games.

Vitals

Position: RW

Age on Draft Day: 18

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 168 lbs

2018-2019 Stats: 29 Games Played | 12 Goals | 24 Assists | 36 Points

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After drafting primarily defenseman during day two of the draft, the Rangers selected their second forward in Leevi Aaltonen.